iPhone Ultra, iPhone 18 Pro, and More: Apple's September 9 Event Preview
Apple is expected to unveil its 2026 iPhone lineup, including its first foldable device, at a September 9 event. The device, rumored to be called the iPhone Ultra, will feature a book-style foldable design and advanced hinge technology.
Why it matters
The introduction of a foldable device represents a significant shift in Apple's hardware strategy and its competition with other smartphone manufacturers.
Apple's September event will take place on Wednesday, September 9 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Apple will announce its 2026 iPhone lineup, and this year is a big one. Along with the slab-style iPhones we've been using for years, Apple is going to debut its first foldable device. We'll also get new Apple Watches, a new set of AirPods, and possibly some other surprises.
play Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Everything we expect to see at the "Surprise and Shine" event is below.
Apple's 2026 iPhone lineup will include its first foldable device. We don't know what Apple will call it, but rumors suggest it might be named the iPhone Ultra .
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